Chicken Tikka Masala
Savor the warmth of homemade chicken tikka masala, where tender marinated chicken meets a creamy spiced tomato sauce. This dish offers a delightful blend of flavors and aromas that will transport your taste buds straight to India. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this recipe is simple enough for weeknight cooking yet sophisticated enough for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
- 2 tbsp tikka masala spice mix
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt and tikka masala spices. Add chicken thighs, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
- 2. Sauté onions and garlic: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Stir in garlic for an additional minute.
- 3. Cook tomatoes and spices: Add crushed tomatoes and extra tikka masala if desired. Simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 4. Incorporate chicken: Add marinated chicken with leftover marinade; simmer covered for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- 5. Add cream: Stir in coconut milk or heavy cream; cook on low heat for another 5-10 minutes until creamy.
- 6. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with cilantro, and enjoy over rice or with naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg